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Experts rank Phoenix Suns' future and front office among NBA's worst

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 10:59 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Experts rank Phoenix Suns' future and front office among NBA's worst

Summary

The Phoenix Suns have been ranked the fourth-worst NBA franchise regarding their future and front office management by Bleacher Report and CBS Sports. Despite a nine-win improvement year-over-year, analysts Grant Hughes and Sam Quinn cited concerns over the team's long-term planning and asset management. The Suns have traded away crucial draft capital, including an unprotected 2033 first-round pick to Charlotte for Miles Bridges, raising doubts about their strategic direction. Positive moves include free agent signings and draft picks, but experts express skepticism about the roster's potential to contend in the playoffs.

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By the Numbers

•Phoenix ranked fourth-worst for franchise future and front office management.
•Experts cite lack of long-term planning and draft asset management.
•Suns traded their unprotected 2033 first-round pick for Miles Bridges.
•Analysts praise some offseason moves but remain doubtful about contention.
•Owner Mat Ishbia has invested heavily in the current roster.

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10:59 PMYahoo Sports — Phoenix Suns’ future and front office ranked one of worst in NBA

What they're saying

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PHOENIX – Despite a nine-game win increase from year-to-year, the Phoenix Suns stocks among other NBA franchises didn’t improve according to some experts. Bleacher Report’s Grant Hughes and CBS Sports Sam Quinn ranked the franchise’s future and front office the fourth-worst in the NBA.
— Yahoo Sports

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